LACMA's recent Collectors Committee Weekend led to the acquisition of 112 new objects for its collection, raising over $2.5m with participation from 62 members. Michael Govan, LACMA's CEO, emphasized the significant impact of these contributions on the museum's evolving narrative, particularly highlighting the importance of women artists like Virginia Vezzi. The museum is set to be unique in showcasing Vezzi's works alongside those of her husband, Simon Vouet, adding depth to its exhibitions. Additionally, works by Japanese American artists Chiura Obata, Tokio Ueyama, and Mine Okubo were acquired, enriching LACMAâs representation of California's diverse art history.
The contributions of the Collectors Committee continue to have a profound effect on the collection. This year's acquisitions will play key roles in a wide array of narratives.
Perhaps the most singular work acquired is Self-Portrait as Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a rediscovered painting by Virginia Vezzi, an undersung figure in the art historical canon.
Lacma will be the only museum in the world to display a portrait by Vezzi next to a one by her husband, the artist Simon Vouet.
The museum also acquired works by three Japanese American artistsâChiura Obata, Tokio Ueyama, and Mine Okuboâwhose contributions to the California art scene are significant.
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